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Clean and Organize 2011!!!

2011-01-17T19:08:00.000-08:00

Homemade Laundry Detergent

one 76 oz box of Borax
one 2 lb box of baking soda
one 55 oz box of washing soda
12 oz of soap (Boraxo Hand Soap or any "true soap"

Cleaning Tips:

- Baking Soda and Vinegar, safe and effective.

- Use Baskets, it elimiates clutter and helps hubbies out!

- Clean as you cook!

- Clean the bathroom as your kids bathe. Fold laundry as you watch television.

- Walk around with a laundry basket and pick up everything that is out of place and put things back where they belong.

- Time yourself, see how fast you can pick up the living room, unload the dishwasher, etc.... It makes things go a lot faster.

- Use coffee filter to clean glass- holds up and works well!

- 1 load of laundry a day, every day, all the way.

- Rotate toys, 1/3 out, 1/3 in garage, and 1/3 in a closet. Rotate weekly.

Any more suggestions? Comment them to us!

A great book recommendation!

Too Much of a Good Thing

Welcome 2011!

2011-01-03T19:38:00.000-08:00

A few ways to get kiddos ready for school:

1. Talk about it! Get kids ready by talking about going back to school.

2. Get kids ready by adjusting their routine before school actually starts.

3. Offer kids a special item to bring to school to help him or her transition.

1.99 Keychain at Artscow.com

Use code Lovekeys until 1/20/10

.99 cents for 99 prints at snapfish.com until 1/9/10 using code 2011penny

A SWAP Party!

2010-06-21T19:59:00.000-07:00

Check out Nic's blog here:

SWAP Party Blog

And check the cake ball recipe- looks amazing!

Paula’s Cake Balls

Serves: 36
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients

1 (18.25 ounce) package cake mix
1 (16 ounce) container prepared cake frosting
6 ounces of chocolate flavored confectioners coating disks or bar (available in white chocolate, dark or milk)
Food Coloring (optional)
Paula's Favorite Combinations:
*Red Velvet Cake/Cream Cheese Frosting and dipped in white chocolate coating
*Strawberry Supreme Cake/Strawberries and Cream Frosting - Dipped in Chocolate Coating
*White Cake/Mint Chocolate Chip Frosting - Dipped in Chocolate Coating
*Caramel Cake/Chocolate Mocha Frosting - Dipped in Chocolate Coating
*White Cake/Wild Cherry Vanilla Frosting - Dipped in Dark Chocolate Coating
*French Vanilla Cake/White Chocolate Almond Frosting - Dipped in Chocolate Coating
*Dark Chocolate Cake/Cream Cheese Frosting - Dipped in White Chocolate Coating
*Spice Cake/Cream Cheese Frosting - Dipped in White Chocolate Coating
*Lemon Cake/Lemon Frosting - Dipped in White Chocolate Coating
*Confetti Cake/Vanilla Frosting - Dipped in White Chocolate Coating
Steps

Prepare the cake mix according to the directions on the box. When cake is finished baking allow to cool for 30 minutes. Crumble the cake into a large bowl using a stand mixer or a hand mixer. Add the frosting and mix until well combined. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Line a baking tray with wax paper. Use a melon baller as a scooper to form balls with the cake mixture. Place on wax paper. Once you have used all of the cake mixture, place the baking tray in the freezer for 1 hour. Melt the chocolate in a glass bowl of the microwave, stirring every 5-10 seconds until smooth. At this point you can add a bit of food coloring if you are using white chocolate.

Remove the balls from the freezer. Using one toothpick, pick up the balls one at a time and dip in the chocolate. Use a second toothpick to slide the ball off the first toothpick onto the wax paper lined baking tray.

NOTE: We found that an old Easter egg dipper works as well. If the balls fall off the toothpick into the chocolate, they are not firm enough to work with and you'll need to place them back in the freezer for additional time

Once you have covered all the balls in chocolate coating place the tray in the refrigerator until the chocolate coating is set. At this point you can drizzle other chocolate on the balls for decoration.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cold glass of milk!

June Show!

2010-06-07T19:16:00.000-07:00

Hello bloggy friends and listeners!

Check out jasmere.com, and cherryhilldesigns.com!

We LOVE our labels!

Some SUPER FUN summer ideas:

Eating popsicles in bathing suits in the backyard!

Letting the kids fill the kiddie pool with water and soap bubbles and taking a bath outside in their swim suits.

Showing a movie in the backyard with a big projector screen (or white sheet) and a projector...inviting neighbors over to watch and eat Popsicles or ice cream sundaes.

Tracing shadows on the driveway/sidewalk with chalk. Trace a person then draw the clothes, face, etc. Trace a tree or plant and give it limbs, leaves, flowers.

Sipping a rum and coke poolside...oh wait, without kids!

http://www.kidsbowlfree.com/ to see if there is a bowling alley in your city that participates in the Kids Bowl Free program! Sorry, Kelly! Waco didn't make the list!

Check your city library calendar for the summer reading program and weekly family activites during the summer months. The summer reading program and kids activities are free!

One of our local malls is doing weekly summer events for the kids! (Leave it to me to find the free kids activities at a mall!) It is actually at Willow Bend Mall in Plano where Kelly and I met for mommy time..I mean Patriot and Cayden's playdate!

Take a small toy and put it on construction paper and leave it outside in the sun for couple of hours. Go outside with the kiddos and remove the toy. They will see the shape of the toy because the construction paper has faded everywhere except where the toy was. This works great with animal toys!

Mix washable liquid watercolor paint and water and place it in an empty squirt bottle. Place an old sheet over the fence and let the kids squirt the sheet. You can also do this with paper, but I have seen it down with a sheet and it is pretty fun! You can get washable liquid watercolor paint on http://www.orientaltrading.com/.

I brought my daughter back a mini kite when I was on a business trip, and we go out in the neighborhood and fly the kite. Since it's not huge, she's able to do it on her own - running up and down the street - and it burns off a lot of energy! She is 4

Water painting on the wooden fence. A cup of water and a paint brush is all you need and there is no messy clean up. The kids think it's cool to watch the "paint disappear!"

gardening, esp. raspberry picking; blowing bubbles; painting outside; making popsicles; swimming; camping; running around the house in our underwear;

My boys particularly enjoy finger painting and painting rocks. They love picking out the rocks themselves and then "decorating" them! It keeps them occupied for a LONG time!

drawing with chalk, "washing" cars, making "homes" for rollie pollies.

Super Yummy Salmon Recipe:

Seared Salmon Wrapped in Provolone & Alfredo Sauce

*fresh or frozen filet of salmon (i used 2, which could have fed 4 peeps!)
*1-2 slices of provolone cheese per filet
*1 jar of your favorite alfredo sauce

If salmon is frozen (i used the 'fresh' frozen salmon from the freezer by the fish market in our grocery store) take 10-15 minutes to thaw in warm water. Preheat your oven to 425 while thawing.
spray some olive oil into a hot skillet and sear the salmon for about 2 minutes on each side. Spray your baking sheet (with an edge all around) to ease your clean up, then place the scale side down on the baking sheet when searing is complete. Lay 1-2 slices of provolone cheese on each filet. pour 1/4 or so of the alfredo sauce over the top and place in pre-heated oven for 10 minutes to melt everything together!

I served w/ pasta and used the remaining half of my alfredo sauce to mix with the pasta.

delish! thanks mollie for this fast, fancy-italian take on salmon!

cinni minis!

2010-05-03T19:11:00.000-07:00

mini cinnamon buns:

2 (8oz) cans of cresent rolls
6T butter
1/3c brown sugar
1T sugar
1t cinnamon
2/3c powdered sugar
1T milk
1/4 vanilla

*Unroll cresent rolls and separate each dough portion along center perforation to form 4 rectangles; Press perfs to seal!
*Stir together butter & next 3 ingredients; spread evenly over one side of dough. roll-up jelly-roll fashion. Freeze for approx. 30 minutes then slice & place in greased cake pans.
*Bake at 375 for 15 minutes.
*Mix remaining ingredients & drizzle over warm rolls! I double the icing...wonderful:)

credit to: Melissa McKenzie

April 19, 2010

2010-04-19T19:28:00.000-07:00

Hello Momeez listeners!

Check out the reward calendars that Chuck E Cheese has!

Great for potty trainers, thumb suckers, etc...

Learn to make a maternity wrap!

And how to make a ring sling.

Baby Einstein Recall and Nic's blog

2010-03-01T19:19:00.000-08:00

http://www.ehow.com/how_5574288_baby-refund-baby-einstein-dvd.html

Nic's blog

Show Nite!

2010-02-01T19:02:00.000-08:00

According to Philippians 4:19 I believe that You will meet all of my needs according to Your glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Lord, thank You that You are a shield around me. You are my glory and the lifter of my head (Ps 3:3). As I journey, Lord, please reveal Your love for me that, according to Ephesians 3:17-20, surpasses knowledge and fills life with your fullness. Thank you for being able to do immeasurably more than I can ask.
In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
(by Priscilla Shirer)

Buy a dozen donuts from Krispy Kreme and get a dozen free valentines with a coupon for a free donut in each!

Lowry Park Zoo has $5 admission on Valentines Day.

Arts Cow 8x10 stretched canvas
Coupon code: 8X10STRCVS
Expires on: 02/18/2010

Vegetable Stew, so yummy!

4 tbl olive oil

2 c of chopped leeks white prt only (about 3)

2 tbl minced garlic

Salt – to taste

2 c carrots, peeled and chopped (I got mine in the pkg to save time)

2 c potatoes peeled and diced

2 c fresh grn beans broken into ¾ pieces

2 qurts of veg broth (4 cans-14oz)

4 c peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes (4 medium)

2 ears of corn (kernels removed)

Pepper-to taste (I used about a tsp)

1 tsp parsley

3 tbl minced onions (or use fresh onions)

heat the olive oil in lg heavy pot over medium-low heat. Once hot add leeks, garlic and salt and sweat until they begin to soften. (about 5-7 min)
Add the carrots, potatoes, and green beans and continue to cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the stock, increase the heat to high, and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, add the tomatoes, corn, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender (for us it was about 35 mintues)
Then remove from the heat add parsley and serve (you can add salt and pepper if you need).

More to come!

Yummy Winter Meals and Deals

2010-01-04T19:11:00.000-08:00

Crock Pot Pork Chops

By Kristen Evans

1/2 cup flour
1 tsp. garlic
1 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. salt

mix flour, garlic, mustard and salt. Press pork chops into flour mixture to cover. Put small amount of oil into frying pan and sear pork chops until browned on outside (about a minute each side)

Put pork chops in crock pot. Cover with chicken and rice soup. Cook all day on low.

You can leave the pork chops whole, but for the kids, I shred it with two forks just before serving and mix with rice.

Chili for Cold Weather

1 pound of ground turkey or ground beef

1 can of corn, drained

1 can of pinto beans

1 can of Rotel

1 cup of broth

1 package of Ranch Seasoning

1 package of Taco Seasoning

Ground meat, add taco seasoning. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.

Check out A Full Cup for Pyrex steals and deals!

Gap coupon for 20% of, enter coupon code Gap20

Britax Diplomat on sale on Amazon.com

Happy November!!

2009-11-02T18:52:00.000-08:00

Carrot (chocolate chip) cookies
1 cup white flour

1 cup whole wheat flour

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup softened butter

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 package semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup finely chopped carrots

Finely chop up carrots into as-small-as-you-can-get-them pieces, set aside. Beat together softened butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Now slowly add in flour and salt until dough forms. Mix in chocolate chips and carrots. Drop mixture on to a greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees for 11-15 minutes.

These are delicious!

football soup:
1.5 - 2 pounds of ground beef {use 2 if you like it meatier, less if you like soupier}
2 cans of mild rotel
2 cans of minestrone soup {i use progresso}
2 cans of red kidney beans
salt and pepper to taste

salt and pepper and brown the meat and set aside. in a large cooking pot, add all other ingredients and bring to a boil. add meat. reduce heat, cover and let simmer for 30-40 minutes.

it is MUCH better the next day! you can always triple the recipe too by using 3 or 4 of everything, if you have a lot of people you are feeding! just make sure you have a big pot to cook with!!!

Steals and Deals:

Artscow.com is offering a $4.99 calendar with shipping, check it out! Code is 2010cal12m

Disney is taking back up to 4 baby einstein DVD's, check it out by googling Baby Einstein Return.

Gymbo friends and family: CFfriends and CFcircle gives you 30% off.

Snapfish is offering free shipping on Halloween prints, Booprints is the code.

Memaw's Chocolate Cake

2009-10-27T16:30:00.000-07:00

Memaw's Chocolate Cake:
1 stick margarine
1/2 cup crisco
4T cocoa
1 cup water
bring these four things to a boil and pour over:
2 cups sugar
2 cups flour
2 well beaten eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 t soda
1 t vanilla
dash of salt

Bake in a greased and floured pan (9x13) at 350 for 30 minutes (it usually takes a couple of minutes longer for the middle to be totally done for me)

Icing:
1 stick margarine
4 T cocoa
6 T milk (or water)
bring to a boil and pour over:
1 box powdered sugar
1 t vanilla

You can pour the icing over the cake before the cake and icing either one have cooled and then it's iced and the top layer of the cake is kind of gooey :)

10/5 Show

2009-10-05T19:48:00.000-07:00

Check out Lisa's book reccomendation:

Healing and Preventing Autism

And listen in next time, 10/19, as we continue talking about Pervasive developmental disorders, treatment, and behavior therapy. We will have another fabulous guest!

Tonight's show

2009-09-21T19:37:00.000-07:00

Check out baby Henry's birth story here!

And have fun making some goop and play doh!

Goop

1 box cornstarch
2 c. water (if too thick, add a little more water)

mix together and let your little one enjoy!
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All-Natural Play Clay

you will need:
1cup flour
3/8 cup salt
1 tbsp vegetable oil
natural dye:
brown--3/8 cup plus 1 tbsp hot water & 4 tbsp cocoa powder
fuchsia--3/8 cup hot beet juice (we used the liquid from a 15-oz can of beets)
orange--3/8 cup hot water & 1 tbsp paprika
yellow--3/8 cup hot water & tbsp turmeric
In a medium-size bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the oil and your chosen natural dye, and stir well. Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes. If the clay is too soft, add a bit more flour. Store the clay in an airtight container in the fridge.

Steals and Deals!

afullcup.com has a link to a $5off a $10 build a bear coupon---seems ligit if you wanna add that into steals and deals!

Free 8x10 print or 15% off your order at Shutterfly.comwith code AF87-SAVEthrough 10/5.
Free shipping on orders of $30 or more at Shutterfly through 9/30 with code SHIP30.
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Get three free folded greeting cards with code3FREECARDS.
20% off Mugs, Magnets, Coasters through 9/30.
30% off Calendars through 9/30.
Extra 25% off at the childrens place

One Step Ahead offers free shipping for all orders over $85! Enter code Free85.

Amazon.com has $10 off all $50 purchases on Halloween costumes! No code needed.

Get a year of one of my favorite magazines,Family Fun, for $3.65 today (Monday) only from Best Deal Magazines. It's $4.29, and you can take an extra 15% off with code PXSS927.

One year to both Parents/Parenting magazines are $9.97 at Amazon with an instant $5 savings for each at checkout. This makes them $4.97 for a year!

Robeez has a deal on their shoes! Free shipping on 2 pair of shoes, and has some shoes for 40% off.

20% off sale on Piperlime.com, use code TREAT

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Thanks again Lisa and Erin for jumping in and winging it tonight!

Come back next week to listen in again!

happy birthday, henry:)

2009-09-09T21:37:00.000-07:00

i want y'all, our faithful fans:) to see a glimpse of our newest momeez addition--baby henry!

sweet rose went in for her c-section, but her water broke and henry was born the old-fashioned way!! i know she will want to share all the details soon, but i snagged a couple of pix to hold you over 'til then!

Labor on Labor Day!

2009-09-07T19:00:00.000-07:00

We welcome your birth stories! Please share and we will feature them on our blog!

Just email us at 2momeez@gmail.com

We can't wait to read away!

Don't forget to post a picture!

artscow.com coupon code:
FSOVER10
Make sure that you spend $10 or more.

Super Fun Chicken Recipe!

2 TBSP lemon juice/Soy sauce
3 TBSP Olive Oil
2 TBSP Brown Sugar
2 cloves of diced garlic

Breakfast Ice Creams
by the Sneaky Chef

Really Easy Strawberry Breakfast Ice Cream
1 ½ c. frozen strawberries, (w/out sugar or syrup)
½ c. milk
1 tbsp. honey or sugar

Banana Breakfast Ice Cream
1 frozen banana (cut into pieces--about 1 cup)
2 tbsp plain yogurt
1 tbsp honey or sugar
For chocolate Banana Breakfast Ice Cream, add ½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder to this recipe

For each recipe, putt all ingredients in a food processor (a 3-cup mini works well) and puree on high. Hold on tight! The first few seconds are a bit rough until the mix smoothes out. Each makes about 1 ½ cups of ice cream and serves 2 children.

Tips:

· To convert to a smoothie add an extra ½ cup of milk and process in a blender.

· To make popsicles pour into molds and freeze!

Coat chicken and let it sit for 10 minutes. Cook however you choose. Delicious!

New Steals and Deals!

2009-08-24T08:04:00.000-07:00

Target has some online printable baby/diaper coupons! You can find them here:

Remember that you can top Target coupons with manufacturer coupons and save more money. There may still be a Huggies coupon on coupons.com.

Also, Amazon.com has FANTASTIC deals on Step 2 products and Melissa and Doug products. Step 2 rarely goes on sale by much. Go take a look!

water table

Fun activity center

push around buggy

Go save some money Momeez!

sweet potato donuts...YUM

2009-08-17T22:28:00.000-07:00

patriot and ally (our sweet sitter) cooking while mama cleaned the house:)

patriot is a very serious baker!

our yummy heart shaped donuts ended up a little more like sweet potato pretzels, but they were gobbled up by my little man! see below!

y'all have to try this recipe--your kids will LOVE it! i did sub the mashed sweet potato for a container of sweet potato baby food--but was still tasty! thanks again rose for giving us the recipe:)

momeez on music 8/17

2009-08-17T17:14:00.000-07:00

The Ultimate Sloppy Joes

Recipe courtesy Tyler Florence, 2008

Prep Time: 20 min

Cook Time: 35 min

Level: Easy

Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
12 parker house rolls

Directions

Set a heavy-based pot over medium-high heat and add a 3-count of olive oil. Add onions and saute for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. Add ground turkey, season well with salt and pepper
and brown well all over, breaking it up with a wooden spoon - about 7 to 10 minutes. Add
ketchup, mustard, cayenne, brown sugar and tomato paste. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to
12 minutes. Finish with a splash of red wine vinegar and season it once more before
serving on parker rolls.

Local Waco Events:
*Just Between Friends Sale at the Waco Convention Center - September 18-20 www.jbfsale.com

*Friday Movies at the Hippodrome in August at 10a.m. and 7:30pm ticket prices are $3 for children and $5 for adults

8/21 Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

8/28 The Princess Bride

for more info call: 254-752-9797

Steals and Deals

Shutterfly.com save 20% on photo books and receive 30 up to 100 free prints(based on the size of the book you order)--good thru september 1st
AND free ship over $40 w/ code: SHIP40
gymboree friends and family sale 30% off code: CFfriend
Crazy 8 $10 off $30 coupon code: SUMMER
striderite.com has a 20% off coupon code: school20
Go to A fullcup.com for a free appetizer at TGIF and artscow.com canvas print for 9.99 (includes shipping) Coupon code: 8X8GALLERYWRAP Expires on: 8/31/2009

Momeez Tonight!

2009-08-03T19:05:00.000-07:00

Proverbs 24: 3&4

Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established: And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.

Sweet Potato Donuts

From Peas of Mind

1 3/4 cup flour

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup applesauce

1/2 of a sweet potato, mashed

1/2 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp cinnamon

pinch of salt

Topping:

1 tsp cinnamon

2 tbs melted butter

2 tbs sugar

Preheat oven to 350. In a medium bowl, combine applesauce and sweet potato. In a stand mixer, combine all dry ingredients with a paddle attachment. Mix on low for 10 seconds and high for 35 seconds.

Prepare a floured surface. Knead donut mixture and roll out, using cookie cutters, make donuts in any shape and place on cookie sheet.

Bake for 6-9 minutes.

Combine butter, sugar and cinnamon and brush butter mixture on donuts.

Steals and Deals:

For a free appetizer at TGIF and 50 free snapfish prints!, go to afullcup.com.

BOGO Crayola products at Toys R Us

Tonights Show- Fun Fun!

2009-07-20T19:10:00.000-07:00

on-the-go fun from your purse...

keep 'em busy with a tissue

* what's in here? wrap a tissue around a small object from your purse--a key, a lipstick---and see if you child can guess what it is from shape alone.
* costume contest--Punch out a couple of eyeholes to turn you tissue into a mask. While your child gets his imagination in gear, you can guess what he is----a lion? a robber?
* a lot of hot air---Wad up a tissue and let you kid see how far she can blow it across a table. Then crumple up another one and make it a race.
* we have liftoff---Use your tissue as a trampoline to launch smaller objects, like a mint or a penny, into the air and catch them again.

keep 'em busy with a mirror

*fog machine--Breathe on a pocket mirror to steam it up, then use your finger to draw a shape or a letter. Once your child ID's it, give him a turn.

* good day, sunshine--If you're outside or near a window, show your child how to reflect sunlight onto a nearby tree or the ground. By wiggling her hand, she can make the light dance.

April 2009 Parenting Magazine

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A great website for toddler activities!

Fun Bubble Play!

We had a great time blowing bubbles with the help of Autumn, and Family Fun magazine. Using an empty water bottle, cut out the bottom and rubber band a wet washcloth to it. Dip the cloth in dish soap and blow on the bottle. This is what you get!

6/15 Show!

2009-06-17T17:34:00.000-07:00

Please check out Tot School!

Colin and I are loving it! Here are a few photos of tot school at our house this week:

Basil Burgers- YUM!
Taken from Family Fun Magazine- July Edition

for the burgers:
1 1/2 pounds ground chicken/turkey
3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar or 1/2 cup parmesan
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 ground pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tbs pesto (store-bought or your own!)
6 burger rolls
lettuce
sliced tomatoes
oil for brushing the burgers

for the pesto may
1/2 cup mayo
2 tbs pesto

1. Line a baking sheet with plastic wrap, set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, cheese, salt, & pepper, gently toss together until blended.
2. In a small bowl, mix mayo & pesto, then add ground meat mixture and combine until evenly blended. Shape the meat into six 1/2 inch-thick patties, placing each on baking sheet, cover w/ plastic wrap in refrigerate for 30 minutes. (these patties will be softer than traditional hamburgers)
3.While the meat is chilling, prepare the grill and make the pesto mayo. Then brush one side of each of the burger with a little oil and place them on the grill, oiled side down. Lightly brush oil on the other side of the burgers and cook them for 5 minutes on each side, turning once, or until meat is to desired pinkness (or doness) inside. Serve burgers with roll and top with pesto mayo.

enjoy!

Grilled Bananas
For each, cut a banana crosswise into 1/2 inch wide slices and place the slices in the center of a 18 inch sheet of foil. sprinkle banana w/ 2 tsp of brown sugar, 1/2 tsp of lemon juice, and a dash of cinnamon. Dot the banana with 1/2 tbsp of butter cut into pieces. Bring the long edges of the foil together and fold them together. Crimp the short ends together above the packet to form a handle; make sure all seams closed tightly. Use a long stick to place on a warm grill or campfire. Let cook for 15 to 30 minutes. Remove packet from heat, place on plate, and carefully open. Let it cool. Top the banana with vanilla ice cream, if you like!

the disney coupon book (and several others) for dads:
http://family.go.com/entertainment/article-649252-disney-fathers-day-crafts-and-recipes-t/2/

Project Restoration- Elizabeth Oates

2009-05-04T19:44:00.001-07:00

We loved having Elizabeth Oates on the show tonight! Check out her website at http://www.projectrestorationministry.org/

Don't forget to look up her curriculum, Dealing With Divorce, published by Zondervan.

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

2009-05-04T19:06:00.000-07:00

Cinco de Mayo Recipes:
Patriot’s Favorite Guac
4 avocados (deep brown & yield slightly to pressure)
1 fresh lime (or orange, for a twist)
1-2 cloves of fresh garlic
1 fresh tomato (diced)
Salt & pepper to taste
Half avocados and remove fruit with a spoon in to a bowl (leave at least one pit in the guac to help prevent browning). Juice the lime (or ½ an orange:), dice the tomato and mince the garlic (or use a garlic press directly into bowl). Add the lime juice, garlic, and tomato---stir well with a fork to mash everything together. Add salt & pepper to taste. Stir again.
We serve tortilla strips or goldfish for our little one to ‘dip’ into his guacamole. Always a hit at our house:0)
enjoy!

Black Beans and Rice
4 standard sized cans of black beans
½ yellow onion
6 cloves of garlic
1 bunch of cilantro
8 oz. shredded Montery Jack Cheese
2 c. whole grain brown rice
2 avocados
1 jar salsa
1 c. sour cream
1 bag tortilla chips

Preheat oven to 350. Heat black beans in a pot over medium-high heat, keeping most of the juice. Chop onion and cilantro, mince garlic, and place all in a saucepan and sauté. After beans have heated for 20 minutes, stir the sautéed ingredients into the black beans. In a separate pot, begin preparing the brown rice (follow bag instructions). Pour black bean concoction into a 13x9 inch pan and add shredded cheese on top, covering extensively. Cover w/ aluminum foil and bake for 30 min at 325 degrees.
Serve black bean entrée over the brown rice, having a nice spread of chips, slices of avocado, salsa, extra shredded cheese and sour cream as toppings.

chicken enchiladas...

10 1/2 ounce can of "chicken a la king" (that's actually what it is called and it comes in a soup can size, at wal-mart it is usually by the canned chicken/tuna, but if they don't have it, then I have substituted just a can of chunk chicken, which actually gives you way more chicken, and then I just mix in about a half a can of cream of chicken soup)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
2 1/4 cups monterey jack cheese (I sometimes get the mexican blend of cheeses)
1/2 cup salad oil
8 corn tortillas
1/4 cup sour cream (I usually use way more)

In a bowl, combine the chicken, all the spices, 1 1/2 cups of cheese. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, put each tortilla in the oil for a few seconds on each side. (i've tried to skip this step, and the tortillas break and come apart when you are trying to roll them up) Then fill each tortilla with filling, roll up and put in a baking dish. Then spread the sour cream on top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese. Bake at 350 F for 20 minutes, or cheese is melted.

Marriage Tips and Shrimp Scampi

2009-04-20T19:17:00.001-07:00

Marriage Recommendations:

Plan a date night, weekly, monthly, whatever you can do.

Spend 20 minutes daily

Make a list of three things you need from each other, separately. Talk about how to implement those things.

Create a maintenance program: If you are seeing a therapist, go back to him/her every 3-6 months to make sure that the emotional clutter doesn't pile up again.

From the AP

1)Always show your appreciation for your partner/spouse. Saying "I love you" is good. But, showing your love is much better. Do this by giving her/him some things they like. It doesn't have to be pricey or extravagant. It just has to show that you care. For instance, my husband likes bottled water. I noticed that he was running low one day and while I was out, I got him a HUGE case for his desk. He smiled brightly and said thanks.

2) Talk about everything. When the channels of communication are open, the relationship thrives because there is nothing "off-limits" to talk about. From the smallest thing to big things, discuss everything. Never deem something insignificant.

3) Keep yourself up as much as possible. If you wore makeup and pretty clothes or worked out before you got married, it's just as important to do those things after you have been together for quite sometime. This applies to men just as much as women. Give them what they married, or at least close to it.

4) Keep a unified front at all times. This applies to children, in-laws, friends, family, neighbors, EVERYBODY! Never allow your marriage and personal business become the conversation of social functions. Keep the marriage business a private affair.

5) Treat each other with respect. This means verbal and non-verbal actions. Respect the person with their things, their space, their bodies. When you show them respect, they will show you respect.

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shrimp scampi recipe
by food network.com
Ingredients

* 1 1/2 pound jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
* Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
* 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
* 2 teaspoons minced garlic
* 1/4 cup dry white vermouth
* 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
* 2 teaspoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
* 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions

Put the shrimp on a large pie pan or plate and pat them completely dry with a paper towel. Arrange the shrimp so they lay flat and are evenly spaced.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the butter to the skillet. When the foaming subsides, raise the heat to high, and invert the plate of shrimp over the pan so the shrimp fall into the pan all at once. Cook the shrimp, without moving them, for 1 minute. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Turn the shrimp over and cook for 2 minutes more. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl.

Return the skillet to the heat and pour in the vermouth and lemon juice. Boil the liquid until slightly thickened, about 30 seconds. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir the zest and parsley into the sauce. Pour the sauce over the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine.

Divide the shrimp among 4 plates or arrange on a platter and serve.

Steals and deals and coupons!

2009-04-20T18:46:00.001-07:00

Check out Artscow.com for lots and lots of photo freebies, hooray!

Babies R Us coupon codes, per babycheapskate.com

* 15% off all car seats: use code 927670
* 15% off all crib bedding sets: use code 927672
* 15% off all strollers and travel systems: use code 927671
* 15% off all breast pumps: use code 927665
* 15% off all high chairs, bassinets, play yards or infant swings: use code 927669
* 15% off all bouncers: use code 927664
* 15% off all carriers and slings: use code 927663

Tonights Show, Basket Liners and Easter Babies!

2009-04-06T19:12:00.000-07:00

Dunstan's Baby Language:

Neh- hungry

Owh- sleepy

Heh- change me

Eh- Burp Me

Eairh- Gas

Check out the website and watch examples on youtube.com. The Dunstan video system is 39.99, and gets great reviews!

And please don't forget to check out Etsy's store, Noodles and Milk.

To order burp cloths, 2/10, click here

Look at Patriot's adorable basket liners!

And our little ones from last Easter. Have they come a long way or what?

Links from Monday's Show

2009-03-21T18:45:00.000-07:00

Still looking for an Easter Basket:

Lillian Vernon

and don't forget Lollipop Kisses!

Check out possible local CSA's at localharvest.org

Check out Ginny's blog about CSA's.

Hi Momeez!

2009-03-02T19:21:00.000-08:00

Please pray for Jonah:

Carrie's Organizational Tools

2009-03-02T17:48:00.000-08:00

full fridge view

another shot of hanging lists from fridge

daily task checklist (monday as example)

morning routine

before bed routine

grocery list: mapped out by aisle
above is the weekly dinner list and below is the family calendar

below is the weekly layout of kids' clothes:

momeez--on holiday tonight!

2009-02-16T12:00:00.000-08:00

hello mommies! we are taking a holiday today to celebrate president's day:) we will be back on air bringing your great tips, encouragement & recipes next week. in the mean time... please feel free to check out an achieved show and try out one of our yummy recipes we have talked about on the show this month:

Sopapilla Cheesecake

2 cans of crescent rolls (the kind for recipes would be great)
2-8oz cream cheese
1 tsp vanilla
1c.sugar

*mix cream cheese, vanilla & sugar
*lay out roll on bottom of 9x 13 pan (pinch together seams if used reg. crescents)
*spread cheese mixture on top
*add 2nd can of rolls as top crust

mix topping
1/2 c melted butter
1tsp cinnamon
1/2c. sugar

*drizzle all over top
*bake at 350 for 30min or golden brown and bubbly

enjoy!

Candy-Coated Popcorn

12oz of almond bark (vanilla bark coating)
2 bags of pop corn (plain or kettle worked well, but nothing too buttery)
sprinkles (your choice of color)

Pop corn (according to microwave directions) and let cool while melting bark. Melt the bark (i melted all 6 squares at once) according to package directions (about 90 seconds in microwave). In a large bowl add pop corn, pour in melted bark (i did in 2 batches so it was easier to stir) and add sprinkles. Stir until the bark coats the pop corn. Add additional sprinkles on top for color.

since i wasn't serving mine 'til the next day, i poured it out onto wax paper let it cool before i gently broke it up to put in my serving dish. i let people 'serve' themselves with my silver ice scoop out of our decorative ice bucket (i can upload a pic for ya, later).

Other options: for different holidays add different types of candy---candy corn in the fall, m&m's in holiday colors, etc.

enjoy!

Congratulations Holly!

2009-02-12T18:33:00.002-08:00

You are the lucky winner of a ticket to the Linda Anderson Mom 2 Mom event in Austin Texas! Contact me with your mailing address and I will get you your ticket!

Introducing.... Linda Anderson! And a Sweet Giveaway!

2009-02-09T18:01:00.000-08:00

Hello Momeez,

We have a great show for you tonight! We can't wait to chat with Linda Anderson of Mom to Mom about her very special live event on February 20th and 21st at :

Austin Baptist Church
9003 Waterford Centre Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

To purchase tickets, please click here.

Mom to Mom is a Biblically-based parenting program for churches and community groups. Based on Titus 2:4, the concept is held that older women could be teaching and encouraging younger women in their relationships with their husbands and children.

Now you have a chance to win your very own, free, Mom to Mom ticket in at Austin Baptist Church!

Just comment on this blog, only if you truly have plans to go, and we will use random.org to choose a random winner!

The winner will be chosen on Thursday evening. Come back to Momeez.com and see if you've won!

Single Parenting Resources

2009-02-02T19:52:00.000-08:00

Bruce Fisher, What to do when a Marriage Ends

Divorce Care Programs

Save up to 33% on Earth's Best baby food at Amazon. Subscribe and take another 15% off that. Use code EARTHBE3 and take another 15% off that. You get the idea...
All Earth's Best BF is BOGO free at Publix
• Marathon: $179.99 at AlbeeBaby. Closeout. Free shipping. Common sale price is $229.99.
• Boulevard: $259.99 at Amazon and BabyAge. Free shipping.
• Decathalon: $199.99 at Amazon. Free shipping.
• Diplomat: $199.99 at BabyAge. Free shipping.
• Roundabout: $159.99 at AlbeeBaby. Free shipping.

TOMS website having a code a for 25% off (luckybreaks10) do you know the toms shoes story about each pair you buy = a pair of shoes made and donated to child in argentina or south africa--would be a good website to put on the blog!

Krystle Kay's Photos

2009-01-29T17:53:00.001-08:00

KK did a super fab job on our pictures! Below are a few of my faves:

Today's Show!

2009-01-26T19:21:00.000-08:00

Check out the Seven Pillars of Health.

As a recap:

Make sure that you are drinking a lot of filtered h20!

Preferably in something other than reused plastic bottles.

Stay away from those hydrogenated oils, refined sugars, and food that is far from the source.

Exercise is KEY! You must move your body to avoid becoming sedentary.

Berries are super important as antioxidants! Oatmeal is a great super food as well, as well as nuts.

Sleep is so important; your body needs sleep to restore itself.

Verse of the Week!

2 Corinthians 1:21-22 (New International Version)

21Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, 22set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.

Recipe of the Week!

The ABC's of Potty Training

2009-01-19T19:07:00.000-08:00

The ABC's of Potty Training

Visit Krystle's Site!

2009-01-12T20:13:00.001-08:00

Krystle Kay Photography

Colin taken with my lens:

Colin via K's lens

Ricotta Pancakes

2009-01-12T19:08:00.001-08:00

Ricotta Pancakes

# Prep Time:10 min
# Cook Time:30 min
# Level:Easy
# Serves:4 servings (16 pancakes)

2 cups water
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup honey
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups pancake and waffle mix (recommended: Krusteaz)
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
2/3 cup frozen blueberries
Melted butter

Stir 1/3 cup of water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Stir in the honey. Set aside and keep the honey syrup warm.

Using a rubber spatula, stir the remaining 1 2/3 cups of water and vanilla in a large bowl. Add the pancake mix and stir just until moistened but still lumpy. Stir in the ricotta into the pancake mixture, then stir gently to incorporate the ricotta but maintain a lumpy batter. Fold in the blueberries.

Heat a griddle over medium heat. Brush with the melted butter. Working in batches, spoon 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Serve with the honey syrup.

Some Steals and Deals for my friends!

2009-01-08T11:20:00.000-08:00

The Fisher Price Safe Voyage is 19.99 at BabyUniverse.com. This is a STEAL! Fabulous for a new mommy looking for a stroller. Plus, they are CUTE!

Bravado is having a sale on pink and blue nursing bras, plus you can get an additional 20% off with this coupon code:

CSR-155

And finally, Ann Taylor Loft is having an extra 50% off sale on maternity, plus you can get an additional 20% and free shipping off with this coupon code:

10601376

Babies R Us Brand of diapers, Especially for Baby, is on sale: 2 cases for $35! This is an amazing deal, as EFB is my new favorite brand of diapers, and I got over 300 diapers for $35! Size 4's come in 156 per box. Thats just .11 per diaper.

For more sales and deals, visit babycheapskate.com.

Messy Soap

2009-01-05T19:50:00.001-08:00

Messy Soap / Clean Mush
cheese grater
1 bar of ivory soap
3 rolls of toilet paper
borax
warm water
plastic container with a lid
measuring spoons, cups, mashers, and other manipulatives

Grate ivory soap and mix with unrolled toilet paper, and 1/3 c of Borax in a large plastic container. Add warm water to saturate the mixture. Mix using bare hands. Offers a wonderful sensory experience for children. Clean up is a piece of cake, just snap on the lid!

Wilson Breakfast Casserole!

2009-01-05T19:06:00.001-08:00

Recipe of the Week:

Breakfast Casserole
1 package crescent rolls (for recipes)
1 lbs sausage
2 c. mozzarella
4 eggs
3/4 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Prep:
Spray w/ PAM or butter a 9x13 pan. Brown sausage and drain--set aside. In a separate bowl beat together, eggs, milk, salt & pepper.
Put together:
Take crescent rolls (the ones w/ out perforation work best) flatten on bottom of greased pan. Sprinkle broken up, drained sausage on top. Sprinkle 2 c. cheese on top. Pour egg/milk mix over the top.
Bake:
Bake at 425 for 15-20 minutes, or until eggs are set.
Let set 5 minutes before slicing.
Enjoy!

Don't Forget!

2009-01-05T17:30:00.000-08:00

Join us tonight at 10 PM EST for some FUN with Momeez! We will be discussing keeping those kids in the shopping cart and or stroller, and fun crafts to do with your kids.

Coupon Codes for you!

2008-12-10T09:30:00.000-08:00

Land of Nod is offering free shipping through 12/18 with the code, ELVES.

The Childrens Place is offering 15% off with the code, GGAC8, per babycheapskate.com.

A few more steals and deals for you!

2008-12-09T09:57:00.000-08:00

Land of Nod has holiday baby legs on sale for $9 with free shipping! Thanks Julie for that info!

Amazon has a few steals going on right now:

Tonka 3 in 1 Super Scoop Ride on is on sale for $16.99, eligible for free shipping

Playskool Busy Balltivity is on sale for 9.99 down from 34.99, and with 5 star reviews!

Radio Flyer Turbo Turtle is on sale for $27.99, down from $69.99.

Rose Petal Cottage is a STEAL for $33.99 at Amazon, eligable for super saver shipping.

Melissa and Doug pizza box is on sale for $13.77 for $19.99.

Momeez December 8, 2008

2008-12-08T19:00:00.001-08:00

Thanks for listening, our fab friends!

Don't forget to check out the poll ------->

Luke 2:10-11 (New International Version)

10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ[a] the Lord.

Tonights show was so great! We thank Miss Autumn ever so much for sharing her heartwarming story of adoption with us!

Tips, Steals and Recipes!

December 18 is Free Shipping Day! Target, Kmart, The Land of Nod, Amazon, and others will offer free shipping for last-minute shoppers with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve.

Through December 14, take $20 off your order of $50 or more when you pay with PayPal at Shoebuy.com. Free shipping and returns plus a 100% price guarantee.

Are your kids fans of any PBSKids shows? Take 30% off your entire order at ShopPBS through Wednesday with code PBSFF12.

Restaurant.com is now offering 70% off when you use coupon code ONLINE.

Check out Rachel Ray's really yummy recipe here:
http://www.rachaelray.com/recipe.php?recipe_id=764

Cold weather/rainy day activities for kiddos!

Shaving Cream or Whipped Cream Fun! Use shaving cream and cover a table with shaving cream! Let your little ones draw and write until it all disappears, and voila, you have a clean table!

Rice or sand in large Tupperware container, with boats, cars, etc…

Count Money- teach your child to differentiate between dimes, nickels, quarters and pennies, or give them tons of pennies and let them count them into a jar

Play playdoh or color the day away.

For little ones, put down a sheet and strip off clothes and let them practice eating with a spoon or finger paint.

Have a picnic on the floor

Bake something fun!

Reuse, renew and recycle- Find broken crayons, place them in an greased muffin tin, and place them in a warm oven or crock pot to melt. Let them cool and pop them out of the tin. Use your new "rainbow color wheel crayons" to draw pictures.

Play in the tub with shaving cream, finger paints, and bath crayons.

Create a home theater and watch a classic movie, complete with popcorn and dimmed lights.

Make collages from old magazines!

Ripping Paper- Let toddlers rip paper and collage the ripped pages!

Momeez Tonight!

2008-12-08T15:56:00.000-08:00

Please join us tonight as we talk about International Adoption!

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/momeez/2008/12/09/momeez

Show Nite!

2008-11-24T19:20:00.000-08:00

We have lots to share with you tonight!

But first and foremost, our encouraging verse of the week!

Galatians 6:9 (New International Version)
New International Version

9Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Thanks for the encouragement Ang and Kel!

A super shout out to Heather at Generations Adoptions! Thanks for being on the show!
Check out Generations Adoptions , and contact Heather if you would like more information on the topic:

info@generationsadoptions.org

How to deal with the Holidays:

Prepare ahead of time, if hot button issues frequently arise, create ways to diffuse situations and think ahead of potential reactions to help maintain a relaxing, thankful environment.

The day will run more smoothly if you prepare ahead of time. Make sure that there is plenty of food and plenty of activities throughout the home.

Let the kids be a great distraction!

Don't rely on conversation and television, provide games and a football and see what happens!

Set clear boundaries, let people know what you expect.

On that note, expect little. People can't change just to fit your mold, laugh off personality issues and only make an issue if something needs to be addressed.

If there is a person who is somewhat of an outsider, give them a special role like giving the blessing or toast to help them to feel included.

Deals and Steals!

Old Navy has a $15 sale, and it's a goodie! Many new baby items are 3/$15

Lego System Pink Brick sets are $10 at Target this week. Reg. $14.99.

Per Babycheapskate.com, Old Navy and Amazon.com had the best holiday deals last year on black Friday, so be on the lookout!

Select outerwear styles are 40% off at The Children's Place. Take an extra 15% off your purchase with code HAC8. $5 flat-rate shipping.

Save $10 on $50 purchase of Robeez at Amazon.com, including tredz. This in combined with many styles currently on sale for as low as $14.00.

Tonights Show

2008-11-17T17:57:00.001-08:00

Check out How to have a clean sink, in baby steps, by the Flylady!

And you have to make this chocolate cake, by Pioneer Woman, located here.

Thanks for listening, friends!

Don't forget to take our poll, located to the right ----->

And tune in next week for a spotlight on international adoption, with a very special guest speaker!

Playdough Palooza

2008-11-16T20:16:00.000-08:00

This weekend Patriot and his Aunt Erin made pumpkin-colored playdough. To see the full recipe, scroll down to the Nov 3 show post. Enjoy:)

Rose's Ebay Adventure

2008-11-11T11:51:00.000-08:00

UPDATE:

So far, I have two bidders and one buy it now! WOO HOO! My total comes to just over $14.00. Let's see what else sells!

And so it begins!

Here lies the loot:

Now let's see what it yields!

Our Weekly Show Highlights!

2008-11-10T19:15:00.000-08:00

And don't forget to take our poll, located on the right side!

.01 Christmas Book

Robeez is having a giveaway, enter to win a shoes and socks set if you send out their free ecard. Robeez is donating $5 for each ecard sent to the KIDS program, giving shoes to impoverished children, up to $250,000.

Giveaway

And don't forget to check out Buckner's Adoption Agency. Melissa, our special guest, had a fabulous experience there!

Check out Generations Hope Gala!

Kelly’s Yummy Spinach Dip
8 oz Sour Cream
8 oz frozen spinach
8 oz cream cheese
3 cloves of garlic, diced
1 package of ranch dip
Parmesan cheese

Thaw and rinse spinach dip, mix with cream cheese, sour cream, garlic and ranch dip. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes, and top with Parmesan cheese. This dip is delightful in a Hawaiian Bread Bowl.

Playdoh recipe

2008-11-10T14:06:00.000-08:00

Per Erin the Expert on all things children!

Erin's Easy Play-Dough Recipe
1c salt
1-2 squirts of baby oil
1/8 tsp creme of tartar
3c flour
1c water

Stove top directions

1. Mix the dry ingredients together (flour, salt, and cream of tartar) in an electric skillet or pan on the stove.
2. Turn the electric skillet or burner on low heat.
3. Make a hole in the middle of the dry ingredients.
4. In a small bowl, add 2-3 drops of food coloring and a few squirts of baby oil to the water and stir.
5. Pour the colored water in the hole in the middle of the dry ingredients.
6. Stir the mixture and cook on low heat.
7. When mixture reaches the desired consistency, remove the dough from the electric skillet and knead it with your hands.

Microwave Directions

Cook in microwave 15-20 seconds, then stir. do this 3 or 4 times. (on skillet on stove just heat and stir til it gets to a doughy consistancy)

Notes:
If the dough is too dry, add a little more baby oil. If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
If you choose to make the playdough in a glass bowl in the microwave, cook the mixture for about 1 1/2 minutes at a time, kneading in between cooking cycles. Heat the playdough for 3 separate 1 1/2 minute cycles for a total of 4 1/2 minutes of cooking time.
If you don't have any cream of tartar, the consistency of the dough won't be affected. The cream of tartar serves as a preservative, however, so it's a good idea to add it if you have some.
Store the playdough in the refrigerator when not in use. This will help to kill some of the germs that may have accumulated from little hands.

Vote 4 my better tomorrow

2008-11-03T20:18:00.000-08:00

Patriot & I had a great experience at the polls. People were friendly and seemed to be fine voting next to a mom & tot combo:)

Patriot was VERY proud of his 'I voted' sticker:) He wore his and held mine for most of the day!

Colin did a great job as Mommy's "voting helper" today! Our polling experience was peaceful and easy, although it doesn't hurt that most of the political volunteers outside were of our same political sidedness.

UPDATE

Dunkin Donuts has joined the giveaway trend! Apparently, voters can get a free donut. Additionally, our local Chick-Fil-A is giving away sandwiches (We'll see how this coincides with kids eat free night) and Kelly's Chick-Fil-A is handing out coupons for a free drink. Oh, and a Starbucks bonus: They are also giving away TEA as well as coffee! So go out and get your free voting goods!

Voting Perks!

2008-11-03T20:11:00.000-08:00

Starbucks Corp. is offering a free cup of coffee to anyone who reports voting on Tuesday, while Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. is giving away star-shaped doughnuts. Ice cream maker Ben and Jerry's is offering a free scoop to anyone, as part of a celebration of the election.

Books A Million is also giving away a cup of coffee to anyone who votes.

Do you know of any other merchants with voter incentives? Please share!

New Radio Show Tonight!

2008-11-03T07:31:00.000-08:00

Happy Monday!

Kelly and I have a new show tonight, addressing several issues including election day, dealing with the time change and we hope to have a very special guest with us to help us discuss child care issues.

Please join us at 9:00 pm CST, 10:00 pm EST

We can't wait to chat!

Debut Show!

2008-10-30T19:01:00.000-07:00

Verse of the Day:
Psalm 139:14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

Thanks to all of our fabulous listeners, we had a very successful show on Monday Nite! We were thrilled to have so many of you in the chat room asking questions and helping each other with tips and ideas:)

Here are some tips we shared on air this week:

Quick Recipe of the Day:
English Muffin Pizzas

ingredients:
1 english muffin (halved--sourdough is especially yummy)
2-3 Tbs. of your favorite Pasta Sauce (i used bertolli's in a jar)
5-6 cubes of cooked chicken
sm. handfuls of mozzarella cheese (enough to generously cover top of both halves)

Spread 1-1/2 Tbs of sauce on each half of the english muffin. Separate the chicken cubes into bite sized shreds to cover the surface of each muffin. Top generously with mozzarella cheese, covering all of the chicken and out to the edge. Pop in a toaster oven and cook at 350 for about 8 minutes, or until cheese has melted and muffin is hot to the touch. Add a sprinkle Parmesan cheese and enJOY:)

Don't forget to check out these bargain sites:

Restaraunts.com

retailmenot.com